English dictionary
compact
/'k/A/mp/&/kt/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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closely and firmly united or packed together
ExamplesCompact soil.
Compact clusters of flowers.
Antonyms looseSource: WordNet 3.0
noun
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a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse
Synonyms powder compactSource: WordNet 3.0
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a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a small and economical car
Synonyms compact carSource: WordNet 3.0
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An agreement between parties; a covenant or contract.
Source: webster1913
preposition
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Joined or held together; leagued; confederated.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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having a short and solid form or stature
ExamplesA wrestler of compact build.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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briefly giving the gist of something
ExamplesA compact style is brief and pithy.
Source: WordNet 3.0
verb
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have the property of being packable or of compacting easily
ExamplesThis powder compacts easily.
Synonyms packSource: WordNet 3.0
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compress into a wad
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make more compact by or as if by pressing
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squeeze or press together
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To thrust, drive, or press closely together; to join firmly; to consolidate; to make close; -- as the parts which compose a body.
Source: webster1913